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The satisfaction of the normal delivery: finding oneself
Rafaela Camila Freitas da Silva1, Bruna Felisberto de Souza2, Monika Wernet2
1Universidade Federal de São Carlos (UFSCar), Departamento de Enfermagem. São Carlos, São Paulo, Brasil.
Revista Gaucha De Enfermagem
|October 27, 2018
Summary
Women
Area of Science:
- Sociology and Obstetrics
- Qualitative Research in Healthcare
Background:
- Understanding women's satisfaction during childbirth is crucial for improving maternity care.
- Previous research often overlooks the subjective experiences and emotional well-being of women during normal delivery.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore and understand the factors contributing to women's satisfaction during normal delivery.
- To identify the lived experiences of women who reported satisfaction with their natural childbirth process.
Main Methods:
- A qualitative, exploratory, and descriptive study.
- Conducted in January-February 2017, interviewing 20 women satisfied with natural delivery in rural Sao Paulo.
- Supported by Symbolic Interactionism and Thematic Content Analysis.
Main Results:
- Satisfaction is linked to fulfilling the dream of childbirth, supportive care from Doulas/professionals, and companion presence.
- Thematic analysis revealed 'Normal delivery as a means to find oneself', with units on 'Decision for normal delivery', 'Childbirth with welcoming support', and 'Violence: it is not all roses'.
- Experiences ranged from empowering to invasive and unwelcoming.
Conclusions:
- The empowerment experienced during normal delivery highlights the need for sociocultural change in childbirth practices in Brazil.
- Findings underscore the importance of supportive and respectful care during childbirth.
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